Rome's Metro C 'Museum Stations' Finally Open to Public
Rome's new Colosseo-Fori Imperiali and Porta Metronia metro stations open, showcasing stunning archaeological finds after years of construction delays. A journey through ancient history.
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Wetherspoons delays new Croydon pub opening
The opening of the new £1m Wetherspoons pub in Croydon, The Coombe Lodge, has been delayed by two days. It will now open on December 19, creating 80 jobs. Read more.
Child damages £240k gold crown at Beijing museum
A young boy knocks over a £240,765 gold wedding crown at a Beijing museum. Experts estimate £42,420 in damage as liability questions arise. Read the latest.
Libya's National Museum Reopens After 14-Year Closure
The National Museum of Libya in Tripoli has reopened with a lavish ceremony after 14 years of civil war closure, aiming to foster unity and showcase the country's rich heritage. Discover the treasures inside and the challenges that remain.
Louvre water leak damages hundreds of books
A water leak at the Louvre has damaged up to 400 books, raising fresh alarms about the museum's infrastructure just weeks after a multi-million pound jewel heist. Discover the full story.
Louvre leak damages 300-400 Egyptology works
A heating system leak at the Louvre has damaged hundreds of historical Egyptology journals. No unique artefacts were harmed, but the incident raises fresh concerns over the museum's ageing infrastructure.
Museum climate programme 'obstruction dressed as education'
A Queensland Museum education programme sponsored by Shell is under fire for allegedly omitting fossil fuels as the primary cause of climate change in its teaching materials. Advocacy group demands review.
DVSA Christmas and New Year test centre opening times
The DVSA has confirmed changes to driving and theory test centre hours over the festive period. Check the full list of dates to see if your test is affected.
Zaghari-Ratcliffe on creativity as resistance in jail
Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe unveils a fabric collection with Liberty and the Imperial War Museum, born from her prison craft. Explore how creativity became a tool for survival. Visit the free exhibition.
Pritzker-winning architect Frank Gehry dies aged 96
World-renowned architect Frank Gehry, designer of Bilbao's Guggenheim Museum, has died at 96. Discover his life and iconic, prize-winning work.
Trump's 'Opening Fire' Asylum Policy Explained
The Trump administration's new 'Opening Fire' directive signals a drastic shift in US asylum policy, aiming to deter migrants through aggressive rhetoric and enforcement. Explore the human cost and legal implications.
Art Weekly: Lost Tudor Dagger & Record Fabergé Egg
Your weekly art dispatch: Henry VIII's lost dagger on show, Sufi life at the British Museum, a new Paula Rego exhibition, and a Fabergé egg sells for £23m.
Dave's Hot Chicken to open new Croydon restaurant
The viral fried chicken chain Dave's Hot Chicken is opening its third London location in Croydon on 16 December 2025. Discover the details of the new opening and why Time Out's food editor rates the chicken.
300 queue 4 hours for new Miniso store in Scotland
A new Miniso store in Livingston, Scotland, saw over 300 people queue for up to four hours at its launch. The retailer, famed for £1 homeware and Disney collabs, continues its UK expansion.
Pubs get 1am closing for World Cup knockouts
UK pubs can serve until 1am if England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland reach the 2026 FIFA World Cup knockout stages. Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood confirms the extension to boost the struggling hospitality sector.
Dave's Hot Chicken opens Croydon site on December 16
American fast food chain Dave's Hot Chicken is opening its first South London restaurant in Croydon on December 16, part of a major UK expansion. Discover the menu and why fried chicken is booming.
IKEA's First New Zealand Store Opens in Auckland
IKEA's long-awaited first New Zealand store is now open in Auckland. The massive 34,000 sq m outlet promises affordable furniture and Swedish meatballs. Discover what it means for Kiwi shoppers.
£4m Norman Coin Hoard Heads to Bath for Exhibition
The £4m Chew Valley Hoard, a treasure of 2,584 Norman conquest coins, will be exhibited in Bath from 2027. Discover the story of its discovery and its historical significance.
£500k Historic Army Sketches Destroyed in Van Fire
A collection of 1,700 irreplaceable military drawings, valued at £500,000, was lost after a van was stolen in Livingston and set ablaze. Police are appealing for witnesses.
First look inside Woolwich Waves leisure centre
Greenwich Council reveals the opening date and first images of the state-of-the-art Woolwich Waves leisure centre, featuring water slides, pools, and a rooftop football pitch. Opening New Year's Day 2026.
Albino Alligator Claude Dies at San Francisco Museum
Claude, the iconic albino alligator and mascot of the California Academy of Sciences, has died aged 30. The reptile brought joy to millions and will be deeply missed.
New Wetherspoon pub opens in Croydon's historic Coombe Lodge
Croydon is set to welcome a grand new Wetherspoons pub in a Grade II listed 1760s building just in time for Christmas. Discover the details of this major expansion.
Man charged for allegedly swallowing Fabergé pendant
A New Zealand man faces charges after allegedly swallowing a £20,000 Fabergé pendant from a James Bond exhibition. Read the full story of this bizarre theft.
New Aldi opens in South London for Christmas
A new Aldi store opens on Old Kent Road, SE15 on December 11, offering festive shoppers the UK's cheapest groceries and special Christmas hours.
Tate staff strike over pay amid food bank use
Tate gallery staff begin week-long strike over pay dispute as workers reveal reliance on food banks. Union demands fair wages for cultural sector employees.
John Nixon's Avant-Garde Art Exhibition at Heide
Explore the playful yet rigorous world of late Australian artist John Nixon at Heide Museum. Discover his radical approach blending art with everyday life. Visit before March 2026.
30-hour London queue for lifetime free chicken
Dedicated Londoners queued for over 30 hours, smashing records for a chance to win free Popeyes chicken sandwiches for life at the new London Bridge store opening.
Four new arrests in Louvre £76m jewel heist investigation
French police detain four more suspects in the audacious Louvre museum theft. The £76 million haul of French Crown Jewels, including Napoleon's gifts, is still missing. Follow the latest developments.
Four More Arrests in €88m Louvre Jewels Heist
French authorities arrest four more suspects in the brazen €88m Louvre crown jewels robbery. The stolen Napoleon-era treasures, including a diamond diadem, are still missing. Discover the latest on this major art heist.
Four arrested in £76m Louvre jewel heist
Four more suspects detained over the £76 million Louvre museum jewel robbery. The brazen daytime theft saw royal tiaras and necklaces stolen. Read the latest on the investigation.
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